This award recognizes the City's processing of more than 26 billion gallons of wastewater in 2012 without a single permit violation.

The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit demands strict adherence to stringent Federal, State, and regional water quality requirements. Meeting 100% compliance means the WRF is achieving its ultimate goals of protecting the environment and keeping pollutants out of the Cuyahoga River.

The WRF has received a Peak Performance Award (Gold or Silver) in each of the last fourteen years.

Water Environment Federation

The Water Environment Association George W. Burke, Jr. Award

This award recognizes a wastewater facility for maintaining an active and effective safety program and an outstanding safety record for the year.

Laboratory QA / QC Certificate

Environmental Resource Associates' Certificate of Recognition

This certificate recognizes that the Water Reclamation Facility's Laboratory has successfully passed quality assurance and quality control testing for their on-site laboratory analyses.

Ohio Water Environment Federation

Engineering Excellence Award

This award recognizes the Water Reclamation Facility for 'Excellence Design' for the Anaerobic Digester (Phase I) installation at the City of Akron's Renewable Energy Facility.

Safety Award

This award recognizes the Water Reclamation Facility for outstanding safety in the operation of its system.